Electro-Mechanical Project Engineer: Design & Test Lead

AMETEK, Inc.; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. in El Cajon, CA is seeking a Project Engineer to join the Project Engineering Team. The role focuses on the design, development, and testing of electro‑mechanical products, with hands-on CAD work and testing of prototypes.

Collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Operations is essential. The candidate should have a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 7–10 years of related experience, with strong independence, problem solving, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required.
• Exposure to a laboratory environment and electrical test.
• 7-10 years of experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Independently generate, organize, and maintain new and legacy product data in Project Information Files (PIF).
• Take technical lead in discussions with customers and suppliers regarding assigned projects.
• Create and present internal design reviews.
• Analyze and document key product design characteristics through design, specs, SOW, verification and testing.
• Operate electrical lab equipment and test products to specifications.
• Generate curves, graphs, plots, and charts of product performance.
• Provide feedback to improve accuracy or usability of instructions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Critical thinking

Safety awareness

Ambiguity tolerance

Task commitment

Electrical knowledge

AI tools usage

Electrical testing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

AMETEK, Inc. in El Cajon, CA is seeking a Project Engineer to join the Project Engineering Team. The role focuses on the design, development, and testing of electro‑mechanical products, with hands-on CAD work and testing of prototypes.

Collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Operations is essential. The candidate should have a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 7–10 years of related experience, with strong independence, problem solving, and communication skills.